1940-50's Zippo GM General Motors Automobile Diesel Series 71 Engine Lighter

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1940-50's Zippo GM General Motors Automobile Diesel Series 71 Engine Lighter. In clean condition all original. This is stamped with Zippo Pat 2032695. The front has a GM Series 71 Diesel Engine that was used in the Soldiers Landing Craft on D Day. The lighter has a tight hinge & original inside case. We have taken photos for you to see its condition. A great rare piece for your collection. This will be packed well and shipped promptly. We will provide tracking & insurance. Any questions please send a message...We have other vintage Zippo lighters available. Purchase as many as you would like for one flat ship rate of $5 within the USA.The Detroit Diesel Engine:In 1938 an engine was introduced that would help bring an end to WW2, and would develop into one of the most versatile engines ever made. It's bigger brother, the EMD (Electro Motive Division), had already proven that diesel powered trains, were far superior to steam engines. A two-stroke design, with its excellent weight to horsepower ratio, would allow power users to offer the safety and ruggedness of a diesel, where normally a gas engine would be used.The Series 71 built by Diesel Engine Division of General Motors, was, at first, only available as an inline engine in 3, 4 and 6 cylinder types. The model number 71 describes the amount of displacement per cylinder. These engines read more

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